Meguiar's
Meguiar's Gold Class Carnauba Plus Liquid Wax (16 oz)
Under $20
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The classic carnauba-polymer blend that has been on every auto parts shelf for decades. It leads with gloss: a warm, deep shine on dark paint that the synthetic sealants can't quite match, at the cost of durability that runs closer to six weeks than six months. Comes with a foam applicator, and forgives thick application better than most.
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- Rich carnauba gloss, especially on dark colors
- Forgiving application; applicator included
- Available at any auto parts store
- Cheapest bottle in the category
Cons
- Durability is measured in weeks, not months
- Can stain unpainted black trim
- Hazes if applied in direct sun